MOIRA K. LIME

14K Gold Filigree Necklace

Indiana, Indianapolis is known for its numerous “cultural sites,” many of which share close proximity to the city’s White River State Park.  

Among these sites are the Indianapolis Zoo, White River Gardens and the Indiana Cross Country Arena.  Indiana is also home to featured jewelry designer Moira K. Lime.

ALDA CHAHINE | ALDA C

Sterling Silver Dipped in 22K Gold
BO Inta Omri Earrings with Amethyst

Known for its handicrafts like textiles and ceramics, Beirut, Lebanon is also a city bustling with commercial and educational sites.  

The Beirut National Museum and the dazzling Rafik Hariri Mosque are two examples that highlight the city’s dedication to historical information, and beautiful architecture.

Lebanon is also home to featured jewelry designer Alda Chahine.

CATERINA BUTERA

Andean Silver and Sodalite
Dual Solitaire Ring

Esteemed as one of Peru’s “most captivating lakes” is the historical site Lake Titicaca.  

Located above sea level, the highest in the world, the area is rich with the Inca culture, and incredible visuals of the Chinkana labyrinth.  

Peru is also home to featured jewelry designer Caterina Butera.

ANA DE COSTA

18K Crystal Grazing Pendant Necklace

With its warm weather and natural beauty Portugal is a great place to enjoy the outdoors. 

Fishing, sailing, surfing and cycling are a few activities one can indulge, as well as the surging popularity of golf. 

An equal draw is the country’s delectable cuisine that is punctuated by its myriad of spices including chili peppers and saffron. 

Portugal is also the ancestral home of featured jewelry designer Ana de Costa.

IMOGEN BELFIELD

Yellow Gold Bronze Plasma Ring

Touted as the world’s “largest inhabited castle” for years Windsor Castle, located in Berkshire, England, has served as the official home of British royalty including Queen Elizabeth II.  

It houses two farms, and a private swimming pool.  England is also home to featured jewelry designer Imogen Belfield.

NADIA DAJANI

Gold Plated Silver Arabic Calligraphic
Heaven Lies At The Feet Of All Mothers
Necklace with Leather Cord 

The Iranian city Zabol is not only known for its high-quality, hand-crafted Baluch rugs, but also for the “underappreciated beauty” of its desert terrain and natural oases.  Iran is also home to featured jewelry designer Nadia Dajani.

MARYA WILLIAMS | MARYA JEWELRY

Hand-Pierced Sterling Silver
and Copper Capoeira Necklace

Echo Park, located in Los Angeles, California, is an eclectic area where Hollywood filmmakers come to work their magic; where writers and directors take up residence in the surrounding area; and where cultural festivals are held.

California is also home to featured jewelry designer Marya Williams.

BELLA RESTA and RUDY CASTORINA | RUEBELLE DESIGNS

14K Gold Filled Hoop Moonstone
and Shell Earrings with Puka Shells

Visitors can catch a glimpse of humpback whales at Lahaina Harbor in Lahaina, Hawaii during the whale watching tour.  

Lahaina is perhaps best known for the Banyan Tree located in a square of the same name.  The tree is said to be the largest in the entire U.S.A.

Hawaii is also the home base of husband and wife design team Bella Resta and Rudy Castorina.

CHIHIRO MAKIO | 314 STUDIO

Sterling Silver Nouveau Drop Earrings
with Pink Sapphires

Osaka, Japan is an exciting locale with places of historical relevance (the Tempozan bay port); natural beauty (the Osaka Aquarium); and tasty cuisine.  Japan is also the ancestral home of featured jewelry designer Chihiro Makio.

KIM KRISMANN and RIK FIDDICKE | 21 DEGREES

19K Gold Plated Crystal Ring
with Amethyst

Germany’s Reichstag Building, located in Berlin, was completed in the late 19^th century and was considered an “engineering masterpiece.” 

However, after a destructive fire in 1933 and air bombings twelve years later, the structure underwent rebuilding. 

Presently the building is the meeting place for Parliament members.  Germany is also the ancestral home of jewelry design team Kim Krismann and Rik Fiddicke.

MONTSERRAT LACOMBA

Enameled Copper & Sterling Silver Dreaming Earrings

Known for its energetic festivals like the La Tomatina (or Tomato Throwing Festival), and numerous museums Valencia, Spain is a place of fun and historical significance. 

Spain is also home to featured jewelry designer Montserrat Lacomba.

ANDREA ROKOSZ | ARMY OF ROKOSZ

Brass & Sterling Silver
Same Moon Necklace

Winnipeg is touted as the 7^th largest Canadian municipality. 

With its popular eateries, such as Sydney’s at the Forks; natural attractions like the Leo Mol Sculpture Garden; and diverse culture makes for a unique visiting experience.  

Canada is also home to featured jewelry designer Andrea Rokosz.

MAHAVIR

Sterling Silver Regal Blue Necklace with
Lapis Lazuli Beads & Chalcedony

Known for its ancient forts and temples that include the Osiyan Temple, Jodhpur, India is a popular
destination.

Considered one of India’s “most magnificent” palaces is the lavish Umaid Bhawan Palace.

Constructed of marble the edifice holds gardens, courtyards and spacious rooms.  India is also home to featured jewelry designer Mahavir.

BUNMI BALOGUN | MANNA JEWELLERY

18K Gold Zoe Hoop Earrings with Natural Blue
Peruvian Opal

A controversial locale with rumblings of racial discord, and a ban on travel to the region due to AIDS Africa's Ivory Coast is nonetheless a stunning testament to nature’s beauty. 

With a tropical climate the area is widely known for its national parks that include Comoe National Park and Mount Nimba Strict Reserve.

Africa is also the birthplace of featured jewelry designer Bunmi Balogun.

QUOTABLE GEMS | COURTENEY COX

JILL MONTESANTO | JILL ALESSANDRA JEWELRY

2-Strand Lapis Lazuli Lariat Necklace

Italian museums, such as the Accademia Gallery, which holds art collections of renowned Italian artist Michelangelo, are among the intriguing places to visit in Florence, Italy.

A view of the city’s stunning architecture, including Pitti Palace, is like walking back in time.  Italy is also the ancestral home of featured jewelry designer Jill Montesanto.